electric · solidbody
Z
| Maker | Dean Guitars |
|---|---|
| Origin | United States |
| Type | electric · solidbody |
| Introduced | 1977 |
| Price | USD 629 (2026-09) |
| Maker founded | 1977 |
| Status | current |
The Dean Z is the company's angular Explorer-style solidbody, offered across import and USA tiers.
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Why it matters
The Z has been part of Dean's catalogue since the company's first years, and the current Classic Series model is listed at $629. Above it sit Select and USA Time Capsule versions with different hardware and finishes. The shape is a niche choice because of how it balances on a strap and fits a case, so the buyer pool is smaller than for a Strat-style guitar.
Note
Explorer-adjacent angular body.
Specifications
- Scale length: 629 mm (24.764 in)
- Neck shape: unknown
Before you buy
- Angular bodies need a wider case and often a different strap position
- Import and USA versions are far apart in price
- Pickup and bridge specs vary across the range
Other opinions
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AnvilProject · 2012-11 · 39,141 views
“Anvil Project - Dean Z 79 guitar review by Hammerhead.”
Anvil Project plays and walks through a Dean Z 79 Explorer-style model.
Dean Guitars · 2019-02 · 24,518 views
“Designed by professional musicians for professional musicians without breaking the bank.”
The maker's own clip showing a Dean Z Select quilt top in Trans Brazilia.